Introduction

This innovative project will bring together pupils, engineers, architects, library staff, theatre professionals and teachers to consider the role that engineering can play in the design and construction of libraries and theatres of the future. It is inspired by the ambitious development of the Library of Birmingham by the internationally acclaimed Dutch architects Mecanoo Architecten.



The project involves four Birmingham secondary schools. Pupils are collaborating with an engineer and an architect to help them design their libraries and theatres of the future. Pupils are soon ti undertake study trips to London, Manchester, Oslo and Delft to see at first hand evidence of engineering best practice.

The project will culminate in a symposium at Think Tank in July 2011 providing participants the opportunity to share their work and experiences, devised and led by the pupils.

SCHOOLS

• Swanhurst Girls School, Kings Heath
• Small Heath Secondary School
• Harborne Academy
• Turves Green Boys School